Open For Business on Turkey Day

Although many restaurants and bars are closed on Thanksgiving, a number of local spots stay open on Turkey Day. Here's a list of local restaurants and bars open on Thanksgiving. Space is limited so act fast if a reservation is required.

Cheryl's Global Soul 

236 Underhill Avenue

This neighborhood favorite is taking reservations for three-course Thanksgiving dinner at 5 PM and 7 PM. The prix-fixe menu offers options like pumpkin soup, scallops as an appetizer, and main courses of fish -- and turkey, of course. Sweet potato cheesecake and apple tart á la mode and complimentary mulled apple cider top this holiday meal. $55 per person and $16 for children. For reservations, call (347) 529-2855.

James

605 Carlton Avenue

Specializing in modern American cuisine, this lovely corner restaurant offers another three-course prix fixe. Sampling plates, or amusebouche in French, are also included with an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Traditional favorites like roasted turkey and cranberry relish share the menu with options like pine nut and rosemary encrusted lamb. $ 75 per person and seatings start at 2:30, 5 and 7:30 PM. For reservations, call (718) 942-4255.

Woodwork

583 Vanderbilt Avenue

This soccer-obsessed sports bar will mark the holidays with farm-raised pulled pork sandwiches and butternut squash cobbler with pecans. Chef and owner Ross Greenberg said that "like a family, we're open for everyone" on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. 7 PM until closing.

Joy Indian

301 Flatbush Avenue

In case you're hankering for something spicier and different from the whole turkey affair, this restaurant will be open with regular hours and menu.

Bar Sepia

234 Underhill Avenue

Open from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Seasonal specials include a hot toddy, ginger-spiced apple cider and a Chantilly martini.

Sharlene's Bar

353 Flatbush Avenue

Open at 3 p.m. with holiday-themed snacks and a special on hot toddies, and normal happy hour drink specials with $3 drafts and $1 off everything else.